Putin used the Valdai forum to issue nuclear warnings, blame the West for the Ukraine war and signal pressure on NATO and defense sectors.
Lithuania’s proposed property curbs would limit Russian and Belarusian purchases near strategic sites, expanding security-driven market rules.
China warned the U.S. against preparing for war in space after Washington confirmed orbital military assets with defensive and offensive capabilities.
NATO discusses expanding tactical nuclear weapons deployment in Europe, focusing on Poland, Finland, and Lithuania amid evolving Russian threats and shifting legal frameworks.
US military deaths in the conflict with Iran rise to 17 as new casualties occur and strategic deployments increase amid escalating regional tensions.
The Trump administration's proposed nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia may allow uranium enrichment without strict IAEA oversight, impacting regional security and business strategies.
Finland removes its ban on nuclear weapons import and storage, aligning its defense laws with NATO as it responds to regional security challenges posed by Russia.
The US has lifted its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, facilitating oil transit and initiating a 60-day negotiation period toward a peace agreement with Iran.
European leaders back the US-Iran peace deal emphasizing rapid execution, nuclear non-proliferation, and restoring free navigation through the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
US President Trump cancels planned airstrikes on Iran amid progress in multilateral negotiations involving key regional actors, signaling a potential diplomatic resolution to ongoing tensions.
Israel launched airstrikes on Iranian targets following Iranian missile attacks amid US-led efforts for a peace deal, intensifying regional instability and strategic maneuvering.
CENTCOM covertly helped 70 ships traverse the Iran-blocked Strait of Hormuz in recent weeks, amid ongoing tensions and limited public naval support.
A US military strike disabled a Gambian-flagged cargo ship heading to Iran, underscoring intensified maritime blockade enforcement amid unresolved US-Iran tensions and fragile negotiations.
President Trump demands Iran adhere to strict US red lines, chiefly never obtaining nuclear weapons, while negotiations for a framework deal continue without final approval.
Former President Trump advocates for destroying Iran’s enriched uranium stocks in the U.S. or onsite under IAEA supervision as part of renewed nuclear security efforts.
NATO intelligence reveals Russia’s secret 'Skif' project deploying nuclear-capable missiles on the seabed, signaling a strategic shift in underwater nuclear deterrence.
US President Trump delays a planned May 19 attack on Iran following appeals from Gulf leaders, with complex negotiations ongoing over nuclear limits and regional security.
US President Trump announced positive progress in negotiations with Iran, with both sides close to signing a memorandum of understanding to end conflicts and address nuclear concerns.